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Aug 24, 2020

Ask the expert: Why is it important to introduce engineering concepts to K-12 students?

Assistant Professor Tamecia Jones, Ph.D., explains why it is important to introduce engineering concepts to K-12 students. 

a wildfire in the hills of california

Aug 20, 2020

Fire, air conditioning and where we get our power

A changing climate is already impacting how we consume electricity – and how we make it. 

hands holding a smartphone

Aug 20, 2020

Study debunks robocall myths, lays groundwork for stopping them

Robocalls are not getting worse. But this study shows how bad they can be. 

Aug 14, 2020

Researchers demonstrate fundamentally new approach to ultrasound imaging

A simpler technique for creating ultrasound images could make the technology cheaper. 

Megan Rettino

Aug 12, 2020

Engineering internship gives new perspective on COVID-19

Megan Rettino helped build portable X-ray machines for GE Healthcare this summer. 

A droplet of liquid metal turns to a stream of liquid metal when a small voltage is applied.

Aug 4, 2020

Controlling streams of liquid metal at room temperature

Researchers have demonstrated a technique that allows them to produce streams of liquid metal at room temperature. By applying a low voltage to the liquid metal, the researchers were able to tune its surface tension across at least three orders of magnitude. 

In a Guatemalan workshop, OpenGait fabricates traditional prosthetics for above-the-knee amputees

Aug 4, 2020

Startup develops accessible prosthetics

Three members of the Wolfpack are developing life-changing prosthetic kits to help above-the-knee amputees worldwide. 

Jul 29, 2020

Chancellor’s Innovation Fund supports six promising projects

This year’s Chancellor’s Innovation Fund winners are working toward safer treatments for human and animal health, novel manufacturing methods for toilet paper, lightweight car frames and synthetic fuel. 

woman receives vaccine shot

Jul 29, 2020

Why we should already be planning for COVID-19 vaccine distribution

What is the best way to distribute vaccines fairly and efficiently?